Preventing and treating heat exhaustion, heat stroke, heat rash, and sunburn.

Getting hurt doesn't have to be part of the game. Get expert advice about sports injury prevention and sports safety for athletes, parents and coaches.

Safe Exercise in Summer - What is heat stroke, heat exhaustion and heat cramping and and how to prevent and treat it.

It is important to be aware of the early warning signs and symptoms of cold exposure.

How to prevent and treat heat-related illness such as heat stoke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, heat rash and sunburn.

If you are looking for Exercise Basics these links can help you with skills training tips, anatomy physiology biomechanics cardio and strength training workouts, flexibility programs and fitness assessment protocols.

What to know before you shop for athletic shoes

Information about how extremes in temperature, altitude and the environment can affect athletic performance. Heat and cold, altitude, pollution and even jet lag can decrease the body's ability to perform at an optimal level.

An index of Articles for the Sports Medicine guide site.

Adequate fluid intake is essential for athletes before, during, and after exercise. Whether to use sports drinks or just water depends upon your duration and intensity of exercise.